Unit Clerk Jobs

Unit Clerk jobs are open across hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient clinics, from entry-level to experienced, with specializations in medical records coordination, patient admissions, and nursing station support. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles39
Top stateNevada
Top employerMercy Health
Top cityLas Vegas, NV
Work type50% On-site
Top credentialBLS Certification

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Unit Clerk - Nursing Resource Pool/Float (8 Hr Days)
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Unit Clerk - Nursing Resource Pool/Float (8 Hr Days)
Trinity Health
Ann Arbor, Michigan
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Human Resources
Nursing
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Patient Care Technician / Unit Clerk Per Diem - Adult Surgical 800
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Patient Care Technician / Unit Clerk Per Diem - Adult Surgical 800
Tucson Medical Center
Tucson, Arizona
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Hybrid
BLS Certification
1,001-5,000

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Unit Clerk Certified Nurse Assistant (Full Time Nights) ICU
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Unit Clerk Certified Nurse Assistant (Full Time Nights) ICU
Summerlin Hospital
Las Vegas, Nevada
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$18 - $23.31/hr
BLS Certification
501-1,000

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Unit Clerk - Mental Health 169
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Unit Clerk - Mental Health 169
Telecare Corporation
San Leandro, California
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
CPR Certification
1,001-5,000

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Nursing Assistant Unit Clerk - Acute Rehab Center - Springfield Regional Medical Center
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Nursing Assistant Unit Clerk - Acute Rehab Center - Springfield Regional Medical Center
Mercy Health
Springfield, Ohio
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
BLS Certification
10,000+

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Unit Clerk Job Market

Who's Hiring

Mercy Health6 open roles
Telecare Corporation6 open roles
DHR Health5 open roles

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in unit clerk jobs.

  • High school diploma or GED required by most employers
  • Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
  • Strong medical terminology knowledge relevant to the assigned unit
  • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced clinical environment
  • Basic clerical skills including data entry, filing, and phone management
  • Current BLS or CPR certification preferred or required at hire

Tips for Your Unit Clerk Job Search

Tailor your resume to each unit

Highlight the specific clinical environment on each application, whether emergency, surgical, or medical-surgical. Hiring managers want to see you understand the pace and documentation demands of their unit, not just clerical work in general.

List your healthcare software experience clearly

Name every electronic health record system you've used, such as Epic, Cerner, or Meditech, in a dedicated skills section. Vague mentions of 'computer proficiency' won't stand out when applicant tracking systems scan for specific platform names.

Get a phlebotomy or CPR certification early

Some unit clerk roles require basic certifications before your start date, not after. Check each listing's requirements section so you're not disqualified at the offer stage because a certification is still pending.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists unit clerk openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Prepare for scenario-based interview questions

Interviewers often ask how you'd handle a physician calling for a stat order while you're managing patient intake. Practice answering with a specific example that shows you can prioritize urgent tasks without letting routine work fall apart.

Follow up within three business days

Hospital HR teams move quickly once a unit has an open seat. A short, professional follow-up email after your interview signals genuine interest and keeps your name in front of the hiring coordinator before the role is filled.

Unit Clerk Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most unit clerks?

The most active employers for unit clerks right now are Mercy Health, Telecare Corporation, and DHR Health, and the most openings are in Nevada, Ohio, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Health systems and regional hospital networks tend to hire in volume when units expand or turnover spikes.

How many unit clerk jobs are remote?

About 50% of unit clerk openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most clinical support roles. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote work include medical records review, insurance pre-authorization support, and administrative coordination roles that don't require a physical nursing station presence.

How do you become a unit clerk?

Start by earning a high school diploma or GED, then complete a unit clerk or health unit coordinator certificate program at a community college if one is available to you. Build familiarity with medical terminology through a course or self-study, and practice using at least one electronic health record platform. Apply to entry-level openings at smaller facilities or long-term care centers to get your first clinical floor experience.

Can you get a unit clerk job with little or no experience?

Yes, many hospitals and long-term care facilities hire unit clerks with no direct clinical experience if you can demonstrate strong administrative skills and a working knowledge of medical terminology. Volunteering in a hospital, completing a short health unit coordinator certificate, or holding a customer-facing administrative role in any healthcare setting all help you compete without a full work history in the field.

What does the unit clerk interview process look like?

Most unit clerk interviews involve a phone screen with HR followed by an in-person or video interview with a nurse manager or department supervisor. Expect questions about how you handle competing priorities, your experience with patient-facing communication, and your familiarity with clinical software. Some facilities include a brief skills assessment covering medical terminology or data entry accuracy before extending an offer.

Where can I find and apply to unit clerk jobs?

You can find and apply to unit clerk jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from hospitals, outpatient clinics, and long-term care facilities across the United States. Find roles that fit your experience level and preferred location, then apply directly to each listing from the same place.

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